RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Jim Johnson
Mar 6, 2026
James Thomas Johnson passed away on March 6, 2026 - the day after his 99th birthday.
Jim was born James Thomas Ashburn on March 5, 1927, in Akron, OH, to Lena (Pedigo) Ashburn and Leo Ashburn. Lena died when Jim was only 6 years old and he was adopted and reared by his mother's sister, Nell Pedigo Johnson, and his uncle,...
Mark Francis Mahoney
Mar 6, 2026
Mark Francis Mahoney, a man whose life was defined by service, faith, and unwavering devotion to others, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 70. He died surrounded by his family after years of courageously facing two rare neurodegenerative diseases.
Mark's faith in God was the foundation of his life. He lived with humility, purpose, and a steadfast...
Colonel Bert Joseph Terrazas, U.S. Army (Retired)
Mar 6, 2026
Bert Joseph Terrazas, age 91, father of three daughters, and grandfather of three, passed away peacefully on March 6th, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Bert was known for his devotion to family, to community, and to public service. He deeply appreciated Native American art and pottery, and was a lifetime collector. Bert was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In high...
Robert Everett Corkran
Mar 6, 2026
Robert Everett Corkran, born on March 23, 1931, in Holden, Missouri to John William and Katie Lou (Courtney) Corkran, passed away on March 6, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, surrounded by his family. A dedicated father, husband, and professional, Robert leaves behind his beloved wife, Margaret (Harrison) Corkran, and their four children: son James Corkran, daughter Julie Ann Marcey,...
Alfonso Benjamin Martinez
Mar 5, 2026
Alfonso "Ponch" B. Martinez, 76, of Las Vegas, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, surrounded by family, after fighting cancer bravely until he heard his Heavenly Father call him home.
Born on October 13, 1949, Ponch grew up with a quick wit that could light up any room and a heart ready to help anyone in need. He...
Stephen Michael Dobbins
Mar 5, 2026
Stephen M. Dobbins passed March 5, 2026 at age 78 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Steve was born in Louisville, Kentucky. He worked for the Bank of America in many locations in Asia, including Japan, Jakarta, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Thailand. He raised ostriches in China and South Africa. He enjoyed Costa Rica and deep-sea fishing. He began playing golf when he was tasked with...
Ryan Joseph Stahulak
Mar 4, 2026
Ryan Joseph Stahulak, age 26, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on August 22, 1999, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Ryan is survived by his father, Robert; his stepmother, Racheal; his brother, David; and his stepbrothers, Josh and Jon. He is also survived by his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins who will continue to cherish his memory.
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Sharen Seu Hart
Mar 4, 2026
Sharen Seu Hart, a beloved mother and cherished member of her music and gardening community, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on January 10, 1942, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Sharen's life was a vibrant tapestry of love, creativity, and service. Residing in Louisiana for many years, she exemplified the spirit of the South-warm, generous, and...
Carole Widmaier Jones
Mar 4, 2026
Carole W. Jones, 84, a physician, veteran, and animal lover, died peacefully and painlessly in her Albuquerque home on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026.
A graduate of Ursinus College and Temple Medical School, certified in Psychiatry, Carole treated thousands of patients at Lovelace Clinic, in private practice, and with Presbyterian Medical Group.
Since moving to Albuquerque 50 years ago, Carole, along with her...
Shirley Mae Fowler
Mar 4, 2026
Shirley Mae Fowler left this life to be with her Lord and Savior on March 4, 2026 (the 34th anniversary of her son Ricky Stephen Willis' death).Also preceding her in death was her husband Jack Fowler who went to his eternal glory on October 8,1996.Her life will live on in her children: son, Fred M. Willis, and daughters, Cindy E. Brueggemann...
Mark C. Willis
Mar 3, 2026
Mark C. Willis, age 85, passed away at home of heart failure on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was born January 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to Dorothy Elizabeth Ryan and Henry Frank Willis. Shortly after graduation from Highland High School he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He earned his BS in Mathematics from the University of New...
David Ray Alexander
Mar 3, 2026
Celebrating the Life of David Alexander
David Ray Alexander, a loving husband, devoted father, proud grandfather, and esteemed engineer, passed away peacefully on...
John Francis Heck IV
Mar 2, 2026
John Francis Heck IV passed away at his home in Albuquerque on Monday, March 2, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Kathy Heck, daughter Kendra Heck, his pride and joy, his parents, John Francis Heck III and Janet Heck, his mother-in-law Veronica Bustamante, sister Jenise and brother-in-law Mike, sister-in-law Kelley and brother-in-law Ralph, and numerous nieces...
Grace Mansfield
Mar 2, 2026
Grace Willeto Mansfield passed away on March 2, 2026. She was 89 years old.
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Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Mansfield; parents, Mary and Frank Willeto, Sr.; sisters, Rose Cowboy and Julie Badonie; brothers, Frank Jr., Johnny Sr., and Bobby Willeto.
A Funeral Service...
Judith W. Mead
Mar 2, 2026
Judith died peacefully in her sleep after a prolonged illness at age 93. She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Mead; daughter, Catherine Miners and husband Sam; and stepdaughter, Marge Mead. She is survived by her daughter, Julia Garratt and husband Michael; grandson Steven White and husband, Jonathan Lees; brother Hugh Scilley and wife Janis; stepdaughter Roberta Michaud...
Carol Lee Fox
Mar 2, 2026
Carol L. Fox, age 78, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on March 2, 2026, surrounded by family. Her passing followed a lengthy battle with dementia. Carol was born on July 26, 1947, in Kerrville, TX, to her parents, Robert S. Hays, Sr. and Barbara E. (Roop) Hays. During her early childhood, her family moved frequently due to her father's government...
Delmar John Klinetobe
Mar 1, 2026
Delmar John Klinetobe, known to his friends as Del, passed away on March 1, 2026, at the age of 83.
Del was born on June 18, 1942. He made his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 1962, and it remained his home for the rest of his life. He spent 38 years at Sandia National Laboratories, where he built a career...
David Ora Smallwood
Mar 1, 2026
David Ora Smallwood, born on January 20, 1939, in Newcastle, Wyoming, passed away on March 1, 2026. A devoted mechanical engineer, David dedicated much of his career to Sandia Labs, where his innovative spirit and tireless work ethic left a lasting impact.
He was a cherished father to his four children: Robin Seaman, Joel Smallwood, Kellie Bischoff, and Heather Smallwood, who...
Dr. Karl William Hattler
Feb 28, 2026
Dr. Karl W. Hattler, PhD, 83, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 28, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Johnson City, New York on November 5, 1942, to Betty and Clarence Hattler, Karl grew up playing baseball in the streets, working as...
Marie Ann Cain
Feb 28, 2026
Marie Ann Cain was born on April 27, 1935, in Cloquet Minnesota.
She left her earthly body at the age of ninety to be in the presence of her lord and savior Jesus Christ. She knew that to be absent from the body is to be present with the lord. I Corinthians 5:6-8 and to be with Christ is better by...
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